Testimonials

I have been enrolled in a course of sorts, in Positive Intelligence, the past nine months. Six months ago I lost my job. The loss was unexpected, a very traumatic and difficult experience. One of the principal tenets of Positive Intelligence® is to accept life’s circumstances as they are and/or find the gift/opportunity in them. Through many hours of meditation, reflection, introspection, and pain, I have found peace in this re-direct. – N.P.

After experiencing a major trauma in my work life (closure of my employer), Al spoke with me about the potential of engaging with the Energy Leadership Index as a means to help make sense of where my energy was landing. The ELI and, specifically with Al’s help in processing it, gave me excellent perspective on what was draining me and where I can focus on gaining positive and productive energy as I move forward with my next chapter in my professional identity. Al is kind, he listens, and he provides the client with a real perspective that he wants you to be able to not only manage change in your life, but also master the change. – Laura A. De Veau, M.Ed.

I reached out to Al for assistance during our company's pivot, which was a pretty tumultuous time. We underwent a number of changes and my role and responsibilities were shifting weekly. Al's coaching allowed me to see how I was using my energy in my work life and he taught me the techniques that allowed me to focus in the right direction. His coaching has furthered my growth with the company and I am forever thankful for his services.  - J.F.

I sought Al out when I needed help and focus reigniting my coaching business. He was a terrific listener, and held space for me to explore taking some risks that were uncomfortable for me. He always pointed out and pushed me when he felt that I was making excuses. He had such a supportive way of getting me to move through my blocks and discover a plan that would work for me, and he held me accountable to the plan. He had a great ability to connect with my experiences.  – S.W.

As a nonprofit leader, I’ve worked with a number of coaches throughout my career. As a former coach myself, I’ve also worked alongside a number of coaches. Al is unlike any of them. In addition to his mastery of his multiple practices (e.g., Energy Leadership and Positive Intelligence®), what really sets Al apart and what I most value in him is his ability to meet me where I’m at – in the moment, in my career and in my life’s journey. He excels at listening, asking the “getting it right” questions, and generally seeking to truly appreciate and understand who I am and what’s most important to me. Al is the very embodiment of what one of my favorite researchers and authors, Brené Brown, means by “daring greatly,” both in how he shows up himself and how he challenges me to have the courage to be and accept my most authentic self.

Wherever you find yourself right now, whatever opportunities or challenges you’re confronted with, Al will meet you there and be your partner in whatever way you need him to be. – Spencer Bonnie

Al was a great coach in helping sift out the underground shifts I needed to make to improve my awareness, performance and potential in all areas of life and leadership. The COR.E Energy work is a next-level opportunity that I wholeheartedly recommend to a coach, leader, mentor or executive. – Dana Bartone

I met Al during my second MBA year at Harvard Business School when I was having serious confidence issues and uncertainty with regard to my career choice. He pushed me to take the time to think, and he was bold in challenging my thoughts. I learned some important things about myself that will help me now and in the future, and I regained focus on what I truly want to achieve in life. – G.K.